China's Gansu steps up protection of grotto temples

2021-01-28 16:12

Northwest China's Gansu province will ramp up efforts to protect its ancient grotto temples, including the UNESCO world heritage site Mogao Grottoes, over the next five years, local authorities said.

China-EU agreement to propel trade of high-quality products

2021-01-11 11:06

The start of 2021 is distinguished by the implementation of the landmark China-European Union (EU) bilateral agreement on protecting 100 European Geographical Indications (GIs) in China and 100 Chinese GIs in the EU against usurpation and imitation.

China to grant 21 tourist attractions 5A rating

2020-12-17 11:15

China is planning to grant another 21 tourist attractions 5A rating, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism said Wednesday.

Four Chinese irrigation projects granted world heritage status

2020-12-09 14:35

Four ancient Chinese irrigation sites were honored as World Heritage Irrigation Structures (WHIS) on Tuesday, according to the Ministry of Water Resources.

Changchun kicks off plan to draw Beijing travelers

2020-12-09 13:29

Major travel agencies in Changchun, capital of Northeast China's Jilin province, and Beijing reached a deal to work together in developing distinctive winter tours across Changchun and the rest of the province on Dec 8.

Miyun sets sites on new visitor targets

2020-12-01 08:10

Beijing's Miyun district has rolled out favorable policies and major projects to boost tourism and cultural development.

Passing the baton of Great Wall protection

2020-11-26 10:59

Thai association proposes China travel-bubble plan

2020-11-17 07:54

The Association of Thai Travel Agents on Thursday submitted an open letter to Thailand's Tourism and Sports Ministry requesting Chinese tourists be allowed to enter the country by January under the travel-bubble program.

China adds 752 ancient manuscripts to state protection catalog

2020-11-16 15:41

A total of 752 valuable ancient manuscripts and books have been added to the catalog for state protection, according to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.

China's 'ice city' to offer subsidies to boost winter tourism

2020-11-09 11:15

More than 400 cultural and recreational activities will be held in Harbin, capital of China's northernmost Heilongjiang province, with 48 million yuan (about $7.26 million) in subsidies granted to boost tourism during its upcoming ice and snow season.

China to enhance protection of grotto temples

2020-11-05 11:15

China's State Council has issued a set of guidelines to improve the protection and make better use of the country's grotto temples.

Hainan opens further to foreign investors

2020-11-05 10:11

Construction of the Hainan Free Trade Port is gaining momentum, with more policies introduced to further facilitate investment and spur quality growth, according to government officials and experts.